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Emma Darwin the inspirational wife of a genius

When Charles Darwin published The Origin of the Species in 1859, his place in history was assured, but of his strong and intelligent wife Emma, little was known, although their families had been intertwined for three generations. Emma and her Wedgewood family where involved in Whig politics, the anti-slavery movement and were keen supporters of parliamentary reform. Although not a scientist herself, Emma understood Charles's work, read his proofs and welcomed his scientific friends into their home. Her previously unpublished diaries, family letters and photographs form a large part of this biography.

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